Walking in the Bavarian Alps

Discover the spectacular beauty of Germany’s Bavarian Alps, where rugged peaks, deep gorges, and flower-filled meadows stretch along the German-Austrian border from Lake Constance to Berchtesgaden. Highlights include ascents to the summit of the Zugspitze (Germany’s highest mountain), visits to the mystical Königssee, dramatic karst landscapes, and the awe-inspiring Schellenberg ice cave. Picturesque villages, opulent baroque churches, and King Ludwig’s fairy-tale castles are just some of the cultural treasures you’ll encounter along the way. Ideal for walkers of all abilities, this comprehensive Cicerone guidebook features 70 graded walks and treks through the heart of the Bavarian Alps, from gentle valley strolls to challenging high-level routes and multi-day adventures, including the iconic red and purple trails of the Via Alpina. Includes 70 graded walks in the Bavarian Alps, with routes ranging from easy 7km (4-mile) walks suitable for families to demanding 22km (13-mile) hikes and multi-day treks up to 400km (249 miles), with walking times from 3 to 11 hours. Most walks start from popular towns such as Oberammergau, Mittenwald, Bad Reichenhall, and Berchtesgaden. Explore classic Bavarian landscapes, including walks to Neuschwanstein Castle from Füssen and mountain circuits near Garmisch-Partenkirchen and the Zugspitze. The main walking season runs from June to September, with valley walks near towns like Berchtesgaden possible from April. Each route is accompanied by a 1:100,000 map and downloadable GPX files, plus an at-a-glance information box detailing distance, ascent/descent, grade (1–3), start and finish points, and access by public transport or car. Practical advice on travel, accommodation (including mountain huts in the Berchtesgaden and Garmisch regions), local culture, and excursions to Salzburg or Munich. Plan your walking holiday in the Bavarian Alps with the definitive Cicerone guidebook and discover a region of unspoilt natural beauty, dramatic contrasts, and rich cultural heritage, where every trail leads to a new alpine wonder.

Discover the spectacular beauty of Germany’s Bavarian Alps, where rugged peaks, deep gorges, and flower-filled meadows stretch along the German-Austrian border from Lake Constance to Berchtesgaden. Highlights include ascents to the summit of the Zugspitze (Germany’s highest mountain), visits to the mystical Königssee, dramatic karst landscapes, and the awe-inspiring Schellenberg ice cave. Picturesque villages, opulent baroque churches, and King Ludwig’s fairy-tale castles are just some of the cultural treasures you’ll encounter along the way. Ideal for walkers of all abilities, this comprehensive Cicerone guidebook features 70 graded walks and treks through the heart of the Bavarian Alps, from gentle valley strolls to challenging high-level routes and multi-day adventures, including the iconic red and purple trails of the Via Alpina. Includes 70 graded walks in the Bavarian Alps, with routes ranging from easy 7km (4-mile) walks suitable for families to demanding 22km (13-mile) hikes and multi-day treks up to 400km (249 miles), with walking times from 3 to 11 hours. Most walks start from popular towns such as Oberammergau, Mittenwald, Bad Reichenhall, and Berchtesgaden. Explore classic Bavarian landscapes, including walks to Neuschwanstein Castle from Füssen and mountain circuits near Garmisch-Partenkirchen and the Zugspitze. The main walking season runs from June to September, with valley walks near towns like Berchtesgaden possible from April. Each route is accompanied by a 1:100,000 map and downloadable GPX files, plus an at-a-glance information box detailing distance, ascent/descent, grade (1–3), start and finish points, and access by public transport or car. Practical advice on travel, accommodation (including mountain huts in the Berchtesgaden and Garmisch regions), local culture, and excursions to Salzburg or Munich. Plan your walking holiday in the Bavarian Alps with the definitive Cicerone guidebook and discover a region of unspoilt natural beauty, dramatic contrasts, and rich cultural heritage, where every trail leads to a new alpine wonder.